written
v. · adj.-
1 past participle of write (v.) A1 Beginnerthe form of 'write' used after 'have' or 'be'.
the past participle of the irregular verb 'write', used to form the present perfect, past perfect, and passive voice.
ExampleShe has written several books about her travels in Asia.
ExampleBy the time the editor arrived, the journalist had already written the lead story and was beginning the final draft of the editorial.
PitfallI have wrote three letters today.I have written three letters today.Use 'written' (past participle) with 'have', not 'wrote' (past simple).
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2 in the form of text (adj.) A2 Elementaryexpressed in writing rather than spoken.
existing in a physical or digital textual format; often contrasted with oral or verbal communication.
ExampleThe teacher asked for a written excuse for his absence.
ExampleThe contract requires a written notice of termination at least thirty days prior to the end of the fiscal year.
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3 formal/legal rules (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediate Formal Lawofficial rules or laws that are recorded in a document.
formally documented or codified, especially in a legal or institutional context.
ExampleThe company has a written policy against using phones during meetings.
ExampleThe judge noted that while the agreement was understood by both parties, it lacked the weight of a written statute.
Morphologically write + -en.